Stretch Armstrong

One of the coolest things I saw at this past (caspule) NY was a crazy elastic belt from Kitsune.  The reason you didn't read about it on here was because that shit was so overpriced that I just couldn't bring myself to reinforce their negative behavior.  Anyone intrigued by what they've read so far or wondering what the hell I am talking about should definitely check out Folk's Buckley belt, which is pretty much the exact same thing Kitsune was pushing except priced as a belt should.  Aside from the small sections of leather the belt is primarily made up of an elastic zigzag weave.  From what I've seen in person this kind of belt is very comfortable, can account for a little bit of that extra vacation weight (should you go on one) and has a really cool texture to it.  Folk makes their gear in England and this belt features Italian sourced fabric - I'm going to go ahead and assume that is some of the finest elastic money can buy.  Still trying to pull together some F/W novelty?

[Picture courtesy of Nick.]

-L.A.S

Lusting After: Folk Raincoat

[Pictured: Folk Raincoat available for pre-order at End Clothing for $243.00.]

Ryan just posted about the blue version the other day, but when I'm talking raincoats I'm talking yellow.  My affinity for the yellow rain slicker is something I've discussed before and I was excited to see Folk offering their version in the classic nautical color.  Folk S/S 2010 previews have been a hot topic in the blogosphere for a while now and after giving the brand a much belated in depth look I am fully on board with all the awesome stuff they have coming out.  This yellow raincoat is just a small taste of a brand on the up and up.

-L.A.S